In 1859, following complaints of Pawnee depredations against settlers in the Elkhorn River Valley, a combined force of Nebraska Territorial Militia, under the command of General John Milton Thayer, and 2nd U.S. Army Dragoons, under Lieutenant Beverly Holcombe Robertson, prepared to attack a Pawnee village. Rather than fighting, the Pawnees surrendered before the attack could be launched, ending the Pawnee War of 1859. Although no battle occurred, the nearby stream was dubbed Battle Creek. The town, founded in the area in 1867, took the creek’s name for itself.

Battle Creek is the childhood home of Rose O’Neill; Kewpie Doll Creator.

Bit o’ Country Bed and Breakfast is located in Battle Creek as is the Parks of Pride Arboretum and Evergreen Golf Course. The Cowboy Trail system runs through the area and is easily accessible for bikers, hikers and walkers. The community hosts their Battle Creek Fun Days event in June every year.  When you visit make sure to spend time at:

• Oak Valley Wildlife Management Area
• Yellowbanks Wildlife Management Area
• The Milkhouse – Gifts & Antiques – 54335 849 Road